Connie Anne Steinbach

She is survived by her loving family: her husband, Norman; daughters Aimee (Simon), Brittanie (Justin), Cayla; son Zachary and her honorary 5th daughter Breanna (Kyle). Her cherished grandchildren Hunter, Aubree, Maizee, Jakob, Peyton, Hannah, and Olivia.

She is also survived by her parents, Gloria and Daniel Fontaine; her siblings Daniel (Christina), Brian (Jennifer), and Michelle (Kam); as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends—especially Penny, Anita, Paula, Tanya, Crystal, and Annette. This incredible woman was born in Vancouver on April 8th, 1965, the eldest of four children.

At age five, she moved from Richmond to Port Alice, where her love of the ocean and island life began. At age thirteen, she moved to Kamloops. Growing up, Connie enjoyed figure skating, camping, putting on family concerts, singing in choir, and later participating in theatre with the Kamloops Operatic Society.

Moving to Prince George for college, Connie met the love of her life, Norman, whom she was married to for 39 years. Connie especially loved being a mom, spending time with her family and friends, and entertaining us with her warmth and dry sense of humor.

Connie had a way of making family and friends feel welcome, special, and appreciated—always the first to offer a kind word or a thoughtful gesture.

She also enjoyed working for Robert and Francine at Lo & Elliot Orthodontics for over 20 years and was fortunate to travel to various places with fellow staff.

Connie was predeceased by both her maternal and paternal grandparents: Michael Maydanyk, Judith Simmons, Woody Fontaine, and Eileen White. And her uncle, Lance Mallek.

Connie was full of life and love—a passionate, kind, caring, and sincere woman who will be dearly missed every single day.

A Celebration of Life will be held on August 23rd, 2025, at her daughter’s home in Prince George. Information to follow at a later time.

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